ALICANTE NEWS

Gender violence reports rises across Spain Latest figures show an alarming rise, as authorities push for education and stronger protections both online and offline New data shows that reports of gender-based violence in Spain are rising again, with regions such as the Canary Islands.. 23/10/2025

New EU driving licence rules allow 17 year olds to hit the roadSpain is preparing for sweeping European changes that will allow 17 year olds to obtain a licence and introduce a digital version by 2030 After a couple of years in the planning stages, the European Union has given the green light to a brand new driver.. 23/10/2025

Watch: Dramatic footage as German fugitives caught in San FulgencioNational Police detain two for alleged fraud and a third for obstructing their arrests   🚩Detenidos 2⃣ fugitivos por estafas con el método del falso empleado de banca y robos en domicilios 🚔También se detuvo a una.. 23/10/2025

Sunny week to end on Sunday: Alicante weekend weather forecast October 23-26Three more days of lovely weather before rain is expected to return Temperatures this afternoon An unseasonably warm day for Alicante province today, albeit probably not quite as hot as state meteorology agency Aemet predicted at the start.. 23/10/2025

€1,000 payout for new mums in OrihuelaTown hall opens application period for new benefit to encourage childbirth Councillor for families María Carmen Portugal For the first time in Orihuela, financial aid is being made available as a way to encourage residents to have children.. 22/10/2025

Electricity bills jump 40% in Spain - even after a warm OctoberExperts say costs could ease if the mild weather continues, but colder temperatures or global tensions may still push prices up again Spanish households have been hit with another steep rise in energy costs, even though the month has been unseasonably.. 22/10/2025

Watch: Firefighters tackle dawn blaze in Orihuela CostaCommercial unit suffers damage from fire caused by possible electrical fault INCENDIO EN LOCAL COMERCIAL Esta mañana #bomberostorrevieja acudía en Orihuela Costa a apagar el fuego que comenzaba en el cuadro eléctrico de un local.. 22/10/2025

Relive your youth at unforgettable concerts with Rewind SpainThe best original stars and tribute shows in the business are wowing audiences on the Costa Blanca Bryan Adams UK There’s no business like showbusiness, and understanding the importance of putting on a proper show is what makes the concerts.. 22/10/2025

Spain proposes major expansion of bereavement and palliative care leaveTen days off for close family deaths, up to 15 for palliative care, under new government plan The Spanish Ministry of Labour has presented a draft Royal Decree that would significantly extend the amount of paid leave workers can take following the death.. 21/10/2025

Amazon Cloud crash disrupts payments, banking and everyday servicesA major fault in Amazon’s cloud system caused widespread outages in Spain, hitting banks, payment services and digital platforms Amazon's cloud services ran into problems on Monday and caused widespread disruption globally, affecting everything.. 21/10/2025

Bump in cruise liners brings record numbers to Alicante this OctoberAbout 19,000 passengers are expected between last Saturday and this Thursday An MSC cruise liner in Alicante The number of cruise passengers coming to Alicante city will hit a new high this week as the city's port expects to welcome.. 21/10/2025

Costa Blanca to get October heatwave: Alicante weather forecast October 20-23Steep rise in temperatures may reach as high as 35ºC in places Thursday's remarkable predicted maximum and minimum temperatures This week brings an unexpected return of summer-like conditions to Alicante province, according to state.. 20/10/2025

Could this finally be the end of Daylight Savings Time? No more clock changes, says Spanish PMPedro Sánchez is ready to present a formal proposition to the EU to scrap the biannual time change altogether As the clocks prepare to fall back once again this weekend, Spain’s Prime Minister and President Pedro Sánchez has announced.. 20/10/2025

What to say when the Guardia Civil stops you: keep it cool and cleverSimple words to keep you calm when the Guardia Civil wants to know why they stopped you If you’ve ever been stopped by the Guardia Civil while driving in Spain, you might recognise that classic question: "Do you know why we stopped.. 17/10/2025

Widow's pension rules could change for undocumented couples with childrenNew proposal would let couples skip formal marriage or civil partnership if they prove two years together and share children If you’re in a long-term relationship but not officially married or registered as a pareja de hecho (civil partnership).. 17/10/2025

European court rules pets are legally baggage on flights: airlines not liable beyond luggage compensationLoss of pets during air travel is treated like lost suitcases, limiting airline compensation obligations If you’re an animal lover who travels with pets, this news might be a bit upsetting. The Court of Justice of the European Union has decided.. 17/10/2025

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax Although owning a property in Spain is a dream for many, filing your non-resident property taxes can prove more of a nightmare. For most non-resident owners, processes in the Spanish bureaucracy can feel confusing, time-consuming and costly. This is where.. 17/10/2025

Benidorm gets serious with UK seniors on mobility scooters: ‘Don’t drink and drive’With more British holidaymakers riding scooters around town, locals demand tougher rules and safety measures   Benidorm has long been known as a lively party hotspot where younger tourists enjoy a drink or two a little too much. But this year.. 17/10/2025

Body discovered in search for missing British expat in TorreviejaWeeks of appeals end in tragedy as investigators recover remains near Lago Jardin The search for Marc Tulloch Hewson, a 63-year-old British resident missing from Torrevieja since Friday September 20, has ended in heartbreak with the discovery of a body.. 16/10/2025

Spain changes child-related retirement bonus: Only parents truly affected by career breaks will qualifyThe government narrows access to the child pension supplement to tackle gender pension inequality The Spanish government is making important changes to the child retirement supplement, a benefit designed to help parents with their retirement income.. 15/10/2025